team-member

Scott Athen

Columbia, MD

Licensed for 26 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

Focusing exclusively on DUI and traffic defense, Scott is the author of the groundbreaking book entitled "How to Choose a DUI Lawyer in Maryland". In the book, Scott provides the 11 questions you must ask any lawyer before hiring them AND explains 20 ways the average lawyer can lose a winnable case.

Practices Areas

DUI and DWI

Speeding and traffic ticket

Language

English

Contact

Law Offices of Scott C. Athen, PC10440 Little Patuxent Pkwy Ste 300Columbia, MD, 20144

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Cathy
January 20, 2022

After reviewing my case with a number of attorneys, those who spent considerable time figuring out a strategy and those who weren't sure whether it could actually be resolved favorably, I found Scott. His approach was straight forward and he worked efficiently, effectively and successfully in helping me resolve my case favorably. I had been issued a speeding ticket 11 years I never knew about that resulted in an active bench warrant against me. He kept the lines of communication open throughout the entire process and I cannot thank him enough. He knows exactly what he is doing and he truly cares about his clients in a meaningful way that will help them. Cannot thank him enough!

Folakemi
October 8, 2020

From the moment I talked to Scott after getting my speeding ticket till after he represented me, Scott was nothing short of amazing. He’s very honest and straightforward when explaining your case to you. Communication throughout was great. My 5 point ticket got completely dismissed!! I 100% recommend Scott to anyone.

anonymous
September 26, 2020

Mr. Athen was immediately dedicated to my case after explaining the situation to him. As soon as I described my issue, he immediately had a plan and always kept in touch. Even through the pandemic, he was always on top of things. He ended up representing me in court and got the ticket completely nulled. Highly recommend.

Patrick
September 17, 2020

Scott Athen has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Great communication, wonderful to talk with, extremely knowledgeable, and delivered fantastic results. I would recommend his services to anyone who needs them without hesitation. Scott, thank you so much.

Robert
November 7, 2019

The best part: Scott made a strong case in court against a big 5-point citation issued to the wrong driver. The result was a minimum penalty. Couldn't have achieved that result on my own. The easy part: Scott spares you the hype and just goes to work . Scott took the citation and information and delivered results. He's the go-to person.

Ken
September 16, 2019

Thanks Scott for all your help with my case. I was completely pleased with your handling of my traffic ticket and the fact that you could represent me and I did not have to show up in court since I lived out of state. I would highly recommend you in the future. It was a real pleasure to talk and work with you. -Thanks Ken

Greg
August 20, 2019

I received a speeding ticket and really couldn’t afford the points - my wife and I happened to have a couple of recent accidents and we were at risk of being dropped by our insurance or having sky high rates. I contacted Scott and he clearly explained his approach. Scott’s practice is very modern - dealing with him is a breeze. Best of all - he got the case dismissed! I would give 6 stars if I could.

Pankaj
August 7, 2019

I had a traffic ticket of $560 with 4 points. I was looking for a good lawyer and after doing all the research when I talked with Scott it was different, the way he works and spend time on my case and look into all possible scenario was professional and friendly. Scott did all the groundwork and his homework before going to court. In my case, I will choose Scott again for any other court case near Baltimore. I would recommend any of my friends and family to take Scott Carl Athen service. Good Work Scott because of you today I saved my driving history and you helped me in waving my full ticket with 4 points and $560 fine. Thanks Again

anonymous
June 14, 2019

Went to trial for a speeding ticket of 90mph on a 55mph zone. Was found not guilty. A few years earlier I had a similar case in which I was not found guilty for a similar charge as well after I had hired Scott. I would have definitely not been able to do it without him and my insurance rates would have skyrocketed. I would recommend hiring him even if his cost is more than the cost of the ticket. You'll likely save money in the long run, considering insurance rates.

Sosthene
May 13, 2019

The Lawyer represented me in court for a traffic citation and I got a "NOT GUILTY".

Cathy
January 20, 2022

After reviewing my case with a number of attorneys, those who spent considerable time figuring out a strategy and those who weren't sure whether it could actually be resolved favorably, I found Scott. His approach was straight forward and he worked efficiently, effectively and successfully in helping me resolve my case favorably. I had been issued a speeding ticket 11 years I never knew about that resulted in an active bench warrant against me. He kept the lines of communication open throughout the entire process and I cannot thank him enough. He knows exactly what he is doing and he truly cares about his clients in a meaningful way that will help them. Cannot thank him enough!

Folakemi
October 8, 2020

From the moment I talked to Scott after getting my speeding ticket till after he represented me, Scott was nothing short of amazing. He’s very honest and straightforward when explaining your case to you. Communication throughout was great. My 5 point ticket got completely dismissed!! I 100% recommend Scott to anyone.

anonymous
September 26, 2020

Mr. Athen was immediately dedicated to my case after explaining the situation to him. As soon as I described my issue, he immediately had a plan and always kept in touch. Even through the pandemic, he was always on top of things. He ended up representing me in court and got the ticket completely nulled. Highly recommend.

Patrick
September 17, 2020

Scott Athen has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Great communication, wonderful to talk with, extremely knowledgeable, and delivered fantastic results. I would recommend his services to anyone who needs them without hesitation. Scott, thank you so much.

Robert
November 7, 2019

The best part: Scott made a strong case in court against a big 5-point citation issued to the wrong driver. The result was a minimum penalty. Couldn't have achieved that result on my own. The easy part: Scott spares you the hype and just goes to work . Scott took the citation and information and delivered results. He's the go-to person.

Ken
September 16, 2019

Thanks Scott for all your help with my case. I was completely pleased with your handling of my traffic ticket and the fact that you could represent me and I did not have to show up in court since I lived out of state. I would highly recommend you in the future. It was a real pleasure to talk and work with you. -Thanks Ken

Greg
August 20, 2019

I received a speeding ticket and really couldn’t afford the points - my wife and I happened to have a couple of recent accidents and we were at risk of being dropped by our insurance or having sky high rates. I contacted Scott and he clearly explained his approach. Scott’s practice is very modern - dealing with him is a breeze. Best of all - he got the case dismissed! I would give 6 stars if I could.

Pankaj
August 7, 2019

I had a traffic ticket of $560 with 4 points. I was looking for a good lawyer and after doing all the research when I talked with Scott it was different, the way he works and spend time on my case and look into all possible scenario was professional and friendly. Scott did all the groundwork and his homework before going to court. In my case, I will choose Scott again for any other court case near Baltimore. I would recommend any of my friends and family to take Scott Carl Athen service. Good Work Scott because of you today I saved my driving history and you helped me in waving my full ticket with 4 points and $560 fine. Thanks Again

anonymous
June 14, 2019

Went to trial for a speeding ticket of 90mph on a 55mph zone. Was found not guilty. A few years earlier I had a similar case in which I was not found guilty for a similar charge as well after I had hired Scott. I would have definitely not been able to do it without him and my insurance rates would have skyrocketed. I would recommend hiring him even if his cost is more than the cost of the ticket. You'll likely save money in the long run, considering insurance rates.

Sosthene
May 13, 2019

The Lawyer represented me in court for a traffic citation and I got a "NOT GUILTY".